There has been much research examining the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and the risk of developing prostate cancer and disease progression. Despite the number of studies, it has been difficult to establish how BMI might influence cancer risk and development. This Review article discusses the available data on BMI and obesity, and how these factors might influence the risk of developing prostate cancer, cancer screening and treatment.
- Ted A Skolarus
- Kathleen Y Wolin
- Robert L Grubb III